Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

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Ramada
8 (1847 reviews)
1520 Blue Ridge Road , Raleigh , US
+1 919-832-4100

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location (near Lenovo Center, NC State Fair, Rex Hospital)
Generally clean rooms
Friendly, helpful staff (bartender Nancy specifically praised)
Good breakfast with gluten-free options and well-stocked buffet
Comfortable mattresses / good beds
Nice little bar
Spacious rooms mentioned
Convenient for events
Cons:
Isolated pest report (roaches) raising serious concern
Aging property in need of refurbishment
Safety/maintenance issues: broken sliding door lock and room door lock malfunctions
Key card problems and occasional TV issues
Inconsistent breakfast/food quality
Rooms can be humid
Poor lighting in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Mostly reported as clean across many reviews (rooms and breakfast area), but there are serious isolated issues (reported roaches, broken sliding door lock/safety concern) and general maintenance that reduce confidence.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful (front desk assistance with door issues, bartender Nancy praised); service is a consistent positive across reviews.
Location
9
Multiple mentions of excellent location (walking distance to Lenovo Center, NC State Fair, close to Rex Hospital) — a clear strong point.
Room Quality
7
Rooms are comfortable with good mattresses but are dated: very firm beds, humidity, poor lighting, occasional TV malfunction, lock/key card problems and general need for refurbishment.
Amenities
8.5
Breakfast and bar are notable amenities — several guests praised an extensive, well-stocked breakfast (good for gluten-free) and a nice little bar, though some guests found food quality lacking.
Value for Money
8
Not explicitly discussed by guests; overall comments (pleasant stay, adequate for events) suggest reasonable value relative to expectation.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Mixed reports: some guests called the breakfast outstanding and good for dietary needs, while others said breakfast quality was poor — inconsistent F&B experience.
Overall Experience
8.5
Generally positive stays (clean, convenient, friendly staff, would return) tempered by occasional severe issues (pest report, safety/maintenance problems). Net sentiment is favorable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:02

Property Description

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh is strategically located within 3.9 km of Meredith College and North Carolina State University. Explore the vibrant city easily with key attractions just a short drive away.

Relaxing Amenities
Unwind and recharge with our hotel's gym, outdoor pool, and on-site restaurant. Whether you prefer a workout session, a refreshing swim, or a delicious meal, we have you covered.

Comfortable Accommodations and Services
Enjoy a comfortable stay in our guest rooms equipped with ironing facilities, a coffee maker, free WiFi, and cable TV with HBO®. Additionally, take advantage of our business center, dry cleaning services, and 24-hour front desk for a seamless experience.

Experience the best of Raleigh at Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh. Book your stay now for a memorable trip!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Oct 26, 2026 until Mon, May 24, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: RDU

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1847 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 8.5
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kelli • solo_traveller • us
8
Clean and easy to get in and out of.
Pros:

Close to the place I was training at.

Cons:

My sliding door lock was broken but the other side had a metal bar so the door couldn’t be opened.. but as a solo female traveler it was a concern especially when my room was on the ground floor.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • us
6
The stay was okay until we found bugs in our room.
Pros:

Nancy, the bar tender was great. My wife and I thought she was very courteous and professional.
She really made our stay enjoyable.

Cons:

ROACHES IN MY ROOM!!!!!!!
Also, the elevator located at the very back of the hotel.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Home • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

The location to the Lenovo center was great!

Cons:

The quality of the food served at breakfast was terrible! I don't believe it was the Cook's fault but the quality.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Darrell • family_with_children • us
6
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Lyn • couple • us
8
Nice property, friendly a little outdated but clean
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The key cards they need to do something every time we had to get a new if they touch anything it wipes them out

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Wolfe • family_with_children • us
6
Not pet friendly
Pros:

Rooms were clean, dated but clean.

Cons:

The hotel is listed as pet friendly. At 3pm the day prior to the beginning of reservation I received a pre arrival check in email and text. The property specific policy does not allow a pet to be left unattended in the hotel room at any time. This was not listed on the booking.com listing or the hotel's own website. The reason for selecting this hotel was its proximity to the Lenovo center and the ability to bring my pet. Luckily I was able to make last minute arrangements for my pet while attending the concert at the Lenovo center.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Dale • couple • us
8
Clean; great breakfast, esp if you are gluten free. Beds are very firm.
Pros:

The room was clean. Breakfast was outstanding, about as good as it gets for free hotel breakfast. A hot buffet with eggs, sausage, pancakes, etc. Also yogurt, oatmeal, cereal, apples and bananas, bread and muffins. Well stocked also. Being gluten and dairy free, I had no problem finding plenty to eat.
Staff was friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Beds are very firm, but like most motels. For a longer stay I would bring a topper. This is an older property; clean, but could use some updating.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Marx • couple • us
8
Fine for our stay.
Pros:

Good mattress. Nice little bar. Super location for the event.

Cons:

Property is aging and needs refurbishment

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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ALESSANDRA • extended_group • it
8
Pros:

La posizione dell’hotel, vicino alla Fiera

Cons:

la colazione non offriva una vasta scelta

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Madder • solo_traveller • hn
10
Volveré
Pros:

Las habitaciones grandes y bien equipadas

Cons:

El desayuno es muy básico

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
9
Enjoyed our stay
Pros:

Clean comfortable room. Walking distance to N.C. State Fair

Cons:

Room tended to be humid.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Tayloria • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

That it was convenient for the fair

Cons:

It's old need updates on alot of thing

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • couple • us
6
It was OK, but needs to be updated. Breakfast was really not that good.
Pros:

Location and staff.

Cons:

Had an old closed up smell. Wasn't a pleasant smell at all. Breakfast wasn't that great.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Cassie • couple • us
8
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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welsh • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

Bed was comfy and close to fair

Cons:

TV didn't work right the whole time and key cards were a pain to use at side doors

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Sashakika • couple • us
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Evan 2 • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

nice bed

Cons:

the lighting is so bad

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Webb • couple • us
9
Our stay at Ramada Inn was pleasant.
Pros:

The room was comfortable and located a short distance from Rex Hospital.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
9
Great place to stay.
Pros:

Very clean, great staff and walking distance to the NC Fair. Will stay again when we’re in town.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee